Dimethylformamide → Methyl 2(S)-(piperidin-2-on-1-yl)-3-methylbutanoate

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A solution of 105 mg (0.42 mmol) of the product of Step A in 10 mL of dry THF was treated with 17 mg (0.43 mmol) of 60% NaH in oil dispersion at 0° C. for 1 h. TLC analysis indicated starting material was present and 2 mL of DMF was added. After 1.5 h. at 0° C., the solvent was evaporated and the mixture was worked up in the standard to give 90 mg of product.

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